1959 Citroen DS vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 390 kg more than 1979 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1979 Seat 124 | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | DS | 124 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 90 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2430 mm |